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In MEMORIAM 1971
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KATHERINE "Kathy" (BIONDI)
MOCK
Born: 10-25-1953
Died: 10-1983, peacefully in her sleep, from an enlarged heart due to
complications related to child birth, in Joplin, Jasper County,
Missouri.
In 1970-71, MHS initiated a new program, Vocational Industrial Clubs of
America (VICA), which was made up of students involved in industrial
cooperative education. Students spent half a day at school and half a
day in industry. Kathy was a member of VICA. Kathy married Doug Mock of
Joplin, Missouri and they have two sons, Curtis Mock, and Shannon Mock.
Kathy's Mom was visiting her and her family during the time of Kathy's
passing. Kathy's Father is deceased and last resided in Illinois.
Kathy's Mother is Dorothy W. Gustafson, (07/16/1925--12/1995), her
husband is Alan Gustafson, and she last resided in Sun Lakes, Chandler,
Arizona. Kathy's brothers are; John Biondi (now living in Camp Verde,
Arizona), and Jerry Lee Biondi. MHS; 1967
(1949 - 05/11/2007). Kathy last resided in Joplin, Jasper County,
Missouri 64801.
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THEODORE "Ted" BOWERY
Born: 04-26-1953
Died: 04-1972
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MICHAEL "Mike" GLENN BREEDEN
Born: 03-02-1953, in San Diego, California
Died: 09-21-1970, from hemophilia complications, in Phoenix, Maricopa
County, Arizona.
Mike enjoyed martial arts. He was a brown belt of the Karate Club, and
in 1969-70 he was the green belt champion of Arizona. During his
sophomore and junior years, Mike played the saxophone, and was a member
of MHS concert band, orchestra, dance band, and Varsity marching band;
he also was a member of both the Leo and Thespian Clubs, and a member of
the MHS student government and MHS Senate. Mike was a member of the
Latin Club during 1967-68/freshman, 1968-69/sophomore, and
1969-70/junior, serving as president during his sophomore class year, in
1968-69 and presenting the Latin play "Paramus and Thisbe." The Latin
club also enjoyed a hayride over the 1969 Thanksgiving holiday, and the
traditional Roman banquet. During 1969-70, Mike's junior year, the
Thespians produced 2 plays and 2 musicals. The performance of "Once
Upon A Mattress" (a musical satire of the old
fairy tale "Princess and the Pea") was a great success. Mike Breeden
portrayed the role of "King Sextimus" , delivering hilarious antics as the
mute lady chaser. Approximately 6 months prior to his death, Mike had
been elected to be the MHS 1970-71 Student Body President. Funeral
arrangements were by Grimshaw Mortuary. Interment was on 09/24/70, at
Greenwood Memorial Park (now: Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery), 2300 W.
Van Buren, Phoenix, Arizona 85009, Section 38, Block 12, Lot 2, Space
10.
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WILLIAM "Bill" TYSON BULLARD
Died: 02-26-2003
Bill was 49 yrs. old. He was born in Houston, Texas. Bill came to
Phoenix, AZ. at the age of three. He attended MHS and later worked in the
construction industry. Bill loved the desert, camping, fishing, racing,
four-wheeling, and music. He was a sound technician for local band RPM in
the 70's. He had a good sense of humor, made friends easily, and will be
missed all. He was a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his
children; Brandon, Justin and Brittany; father, Robert L. Bullard, brother
Robert W. Bullard, MHS; 1969; sister Carol (Bullard) Heath, MHS; 1973;
and
grandchildren Brandy and Brandon Jr. Bill was predeceased by his loving
mother, Donna, and his beloved dog, Max. Private services are pending.
Bill was on MHS 1968 freshman football team as # 43. He resided in
Phoenix, Ariz. Published: AZ. Republic 3/2/2003.
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CLYDE LAVASLEUR
CUNNINGHAM
Born: 09-09-1953
Died: 02-24-1998, in San Diego, California.
During 1967-68, Clyde's freshman year, he was on the freshman basketball
team and the MHS track team. In 1968-69, Clyde's sophomore year, he was
again on both the MHS track team and the MHS-JV basketball team. That
year the "Panther Pack" track team beat Carl Hayden with a perfect score
15-50, with MHS taking the top 5 placements; of which Clyde came in 2nd
place. Their 2nd perfect score that year was against Flagstaff; and the
3rd perfect score was against North H.S., with MHS again finishing in
the top 5 placements, of which Clyde came in 5th place. The "Panther
Pack" then took 4th place in the Phoenix Divisional Meet and they took
10th place in the AAA Inter-Divisional Meet. During 1970-71, Clyde's
senior year he was a member of the senior class council, and was the MHS
student body Vice-President. Clyde's brother is Gerald Cunningham, MHS;
1968.
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KAREN JOY CURRIER
Born: 03-12-1953
Died: 06-30-1978
Karen participated in Girl's League Association (GAA), and Future
Homemakers of America (FHA); during 1967-68, her freshman year. In
1968-69, her sophomore year, she was on the MHS State Championship Girls
Golf Team. In 1969-70, Karen's junior year, she was a member of the
Junior Girls League, GAA and the Badminton team that won the tournament.
In 1970-71, Karen's senior year, she was treasurer of the MHS student
body, a member of Senior Girls League, and a member of Distributive
Education Clubs of America (DECA); the MHS chapter sent over 30 students
that year to the State Leadership Conference and won recognition.
Karen's brother is Kenny Currier, MHS; 1970, and her sisters are Kay
(Currier) Grimmett, MHS; 1972, and Kim (Currier) Freese, MHS; 1974. Her
Dad is Clifford "Cliff" Currier (deceased:
03/30/1995), MHS; counselor and head counselor from 1963-64 through
1983-84.
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SHERRIE LEE DAILEY
Born: 01-24-1953, in Bossier City, Louisiana.
Died: 03-31-2006, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.
Sherrie passed peacefully in her sleep. She lived the last 35 years in
Phoenix, Arizona. Sherrie was a Licensed Practical Nurse and worked at
Bethany Ranch Home caring for mentally disabled adults for 27 years. She
spent the last 6 years as personal attendant and friend to Ann
Marantette. Sherrie also volunteered every year at Chapel Rock Camp in
Prescott, Arizona. Sherrie always gave from her heart to everyone around
her. She loved all holidays, especially Christmas, and would share her
joy by giving gifts, chocolate chip cookies and homemade jam to all
those she loved. Sherrie would spend months every year planning and
crafting a gingerbread house to enter in the Arizona State Fair; she
never failed to bring home a first place ribbon. Sherrie devoted her
life to caring for her parents and studying her family genealogy. She
was never without a camera and the love and energy she put into creating
a photo and written family history will be cherished for many
generations. Sherrie was the cornerstone of her family and an Angel to
all; she will be greatly missed. Surviving are her father, Boyd Lee
Dailey of Black Canyon City, Arizona; sister Terrie (Dailey) Fleming and
husband Dale Fleming of Manassas, Virginia; brother Jim Boyd Dailey and
wife Jennifer of Chandler, Arizona; sister Jerrie Kay (Dailey) Rolston
(MHS; 1975) and husband Stephen Rolston of Chandler, Arizona; aunts Sue
Ruterman and husband John of Sierra Vista, Arizona, Bonnie O'Dailey of
Phoenix, Arizona, and nieces and nephews Andrew Fleming, Brandie and
Garrick Dailey, Amanda Henderson and husband Kyle, Jillian Antinora and
husband TJ; and three great nieces, Mia and Faith Henderson, and Teresa
Antinora. Sherrie also had many close friends who will miss her laughter
and giving spirit. The memorial services was Thursday, 04/06/2006 at
Valley of the Sun Mortuary in Chandler, Arizona, (480)895-9232. There
was a viewing Wednesday, 04/05/2006. Published in The Arizona Republic
on 04/04/2006.
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GREGORY "Greg" EMRY
Born: 11-23-1952
Died: 10-1973
Greg's brother is Brian Emry, MHS; 1968.
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RON DUANE GEHERES
Born: 05-12-1953
Died: 07-1977
Ron obtained his undergraduate degree from ASU, and was attending
graduate school at U of A at the time of his death.
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MATTHEW CHARLES GOETZ
Born: 10-18-1953, Ft. Madison, Iowa
Died: 02-20-2006, at 52 years old, of Alexandria, Indiana, after an
unexpected illness.
Matt is a Vietnam Veteran of the U.S Army.
Matthew was an Alexandria, Indiana resident since 2003. He was a
warehouse shift supervisor at Dairymaid Shamrock Company in Phoenix,
Arizona for 13 years. Matt served his country in the U.S. Army during
the Vietnam War. He was a member of Epworth Methodist Church in
Matthews, Indiana. He loved helping people. He was an avid hunter and
sportsman. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and listening to all kinds of
music. Matt is survived by his wife whom he married 06/06/1987, Sheila
Kay (Hoover) Goetz; a son, Steve and wife Carrie Welder of Anderson;
seven siblings, Frederick "Fred" (wife Anne) Goetz, MHS; 1968, Randall
"Randy" (wife Fawn) Goetz, MHS; 1974, Paul (wife Terri) Goetz, MHS;
1976, Barbara Mary Kathryn (husband William) Goetz-Buttrum, MHS; 1966,
and David (wife Jean) Goetz, MHS; 1977, all of Phoenix, Arizona; and
Kathleen "Cathy" (husband Charles) Goetz-Phelps, MHS; 1969, of Michigan,
and Candice "Candi" Goetz, MHS; 1973; brother-in-law, Eddie Hoover of
Duckriver, Tennessee; five grandchildren, Samantha, Dayna, Luke,
Jonathon and Justin; a god-daughter, Angel Thompson of Indianapolis,
Indiana; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews all of
Arizona (several are also MHS alumni).
Matthew was preceded in death by his parent, Robert and Mary Kaye (Pipper)
Goetz; a brother, Joseph "Joe" Goetz, MHS; 1970;
his mother-in-law; his father-in-law; and a great grandnephew, William
Buttrum. Services were Friday, 02/24/2006, at Robert D. Loose Funeral
Homes and Crematory, North Chapel, with Ron Dake officiating. Cremation
took place. Visitation was on Friday, 02/24/2006 at Funeral Homes, North
Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in his memory.
Loose Funeral Homes.
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KENNETH
"Ken/Kenny" WAYNE HARBOUR
Born: 05-19-1952
Died: 11-10-2000, after a long battle with
Huntington's Disease. Kenny resided in Peoria, Maricopa County, Arizona.
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WILLIAM "Bill"
DERECK HARRISON
Born: 09-18-1953
Died: 04-27-1990
Bill came to Arizona from Texas. He resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County,
Arizona.
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BARBARA GAYLE HOLT
Born: 10-02-1952, in Great Falls, Cascade County, Montana
Died: 03-2008, of natural causes, in Curry County, Oregon
Barbara Gayle Holt was a traveler of the world; including Egypt, Tahiti,
and South America. She had recently been camping in the beautiful back
country near Hunter Creek, Curry County, Oregon. Barb attended Starlight
Park Elementary School. She graduated from Maryvale High School (MHS) in
Phoenix, Arizona. Barb was in the Physics Club at MHS, and in 1970-71,
her senior year, she participated in the "Blind for a Day" experiment
conducted by Mr. Frank Gilleland each year. She had been raised in the
Episcopal Church. Barbara was a 1977 graduate of the University of
Arizona (U of A), in Tucson, Pima County, Arizona. She had worked as a
licensed pharmacist for Fry's Food Stores in Arizona. Barbara enjoyed
movies, romance novels travel and gemology. Barb had accomplishment in
several personal quests related to earth science and scientific
knowledge. She was quiet with a delightful dry sense of humor. Barb
loved Nancy Drew and Star Trek. A perfect friend, she is missed by all
who knew and loved her. Survivors include a sister, Bette (Holt) Sharpe,
MHS; 1968 (husband, Ed) of Glendale, Arizona. Arrangements by Redwood
Memorial Chapel and Crematory, 1020 Fifield Street, Brookings, Curry
County, Oregon 97415. Published in The Arizona Republic on 04/19/2008.
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PETER "Pete"
JAMES JARCZYK
Born: 11-20-1953
Died: 08-01-1995, of a massive heart attack. He was a
Doctor of Internal Medicine.
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WAYNE A. JOHNSTON
Born: 08-31-1953
Died: 12-08-2000
Wayne is a Vietnam Veteran.
Veteran's Rank: PFC
Branch: US Army
Veteran Service Start Date: 14 Sep 1970
Veteran Service End Date: 24 Jul 1972
Interment Date: 15 Dec 2000
Cemetery: National
Memorial Cemetery of Arizona
23029 North Cave Creek Road Phoenix, AZ 85024
Buried At: Section A1 Row C Site 31
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BONNY LEE
(KELLEY) CAHILL
Died: 05-20-2004.
Bonny Lee (Kelley) Cahill (51) surprised us when she went to be with God
on Thursday, 05-20-2004. Those who love her, currently miss her presence
and celebrate her joyous, new life are her husband-Roger D. Cahill,
daughter-Mystery Lee Evans, grandchildren-Judea and Jericho,
brother-Norman Kelley, Jr., sister-Jenny Lou (Kelley) McCoy, MHS;1969,
and
many other relatives and friends. The funeral was Friday, 05-28-2004, at
Messinger Pinnacle Peak Mortuary # 480-502-3378.
Published in the Arizona Republic on 5/26/2004.
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DANIEL "Dan/Danny" J. KLAFF
Born: 01-04-1953
Died: 06-17-2002, from an auto/motorcycle accident, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dan is a U.S. Vietnam Veteran
Branch: U.S. Army
Rank: PFC
Buried at: Section 50 Site 1008
National Memorial Cemetery
of Arizona
23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85024
Daniel was a rebel, a teddy bear, was fun loving and lived life to the
fullest. He was enthusiastic about life, and avid about his Harley. He
always assured his family that if he died riding his Harley he would die
happy. Dan was killed instantly while on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
He had just left from visiting his Mom, and was struck by a lady turning
left at 51st Avenue and Indian School Road. Dan's business associates at
the City of Glendale, Arizona Water Treatment Department were also his
riding buddies; they all stated that Dan was the safest and most
defensive rider that they knew. Dan was always laughing. He loved music,
dancing and being with and around other MHS alumni. He was always
interested in his old classmates and what they were up to now. Dan
attended the 1st year 2002 MHS/BA All-Class-Years reunion, and the MHS
reunion parties at Pullano's. Dan's sisters are Diane (Klaff) Ingram,
MHS; 1972; Darlene Loucks, MHS; 1976; and Denise Loucks, MHS; 1979. His
brothers are: William "Bill" Loucks, MHS; 1969; David Loucks, MHS; 1980;
and Dale Loucks, MHS; 1975. His sister-in-law is Dale's wife, Pam
(Wilson) Loucks, MHS; 1972. Dan has 2 sons; Kevin and Brian Klaff. Dan
last resided in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona.
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RICK ALLEN LANEY
Born: 07-19-1953
Died: 05-29-2005, at age 51, from cancer, in Peoria, Arizona USA
Rick Allen Laney, lost his battle with cancer at 11:40 a.m. on
05/29/2005. Survivors include his wife, Sheila Laney; 2 daughters, Misty
and Jamie Laney; Father, Allen Laney; sister, Marilie Laney (MHS; 1966);
brother, Chris Laney; grandson, Xander; and 3 nieces and 2 nephews.
Visitation and services were held Friday 06/03/2005, at Phoenix Memorial
Park and Mortuary, 200 West Beardsley Road, Phoenix, Arizona, in the
Honor II section, lot 104, space D3. In lieu of flowers please send
donations to the
Lung Cancer
Alliance, Unit 78, P.O. Box 4800, Portland, Oregon 92708-4800,
(800)298-2436; in Memory of Rick Laney. Published in The Arizona
Republic on 06/01/2005. Rick last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County,
Arizona 85020-3781. Rick worked for a company known as SCMI or SCM Group
USA Inc. for many years. Rick's wife Sheila wrote: "Rick was my soul
mate, the heart of gold that I had yearned for my entire life and the
thought of living without him is devastating. I was witness to the man
who even in declining health and dwindling strength never lost the
desire to live or to fight. He is and always will be my hero. I only
wish we had been given more time together."
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VINCENT "Rusty"
LEE LaPEIRRE
Born: 12-27-1952
Died: 08-12-2000, losing his long battle with colon cancer, which had
been misdiagnosed.
Rusty will probably be remembered by his classmates as the most partying
senior. He enjoyed people and lived each day to its fullest. Rusty's
sisters are: Corinne LaPeirre, MHS; 1977 and Susan "Susie" (LaPeirre)
Smith, MHS; 1976. Rusty was preceded in death by his brother-in-law:
J.C. "Gus" Smith, MHS; 1973 (deceased: 09/10/1999). Rusty last resided
in Peoria, Maricopa County, Arizona USA 85345.
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RICHARD "Rick/Ricky" WAYNE LATSHAW,
JR.
Born: 10-23-1953
Died: 04-12-1980
Rick is a U.S. Vietnam Veteran
Branch: U.S. Air Force
Rank: SSGT
Buried at: Section 4 Site 752
Cemetery: National
Memorial Cemetery of Arizona
23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85024
In 1968-69, Rick's sophomore year, he was a member of the Leo club. The
Leo club name initials stand for Leadership, Experience, Opportunities;
which was the new name for what had been known as the King's club. They
were responsible for raising the flag at home football games, putting
black and gold streamers on cars, and running the check stand at home
dances. They cut down Christmas trees for the school mall campus and the
Girls League formal. They also ushered at all drama presentations and
served refreshments at the fall, winter and spring sports awards nights.
In 1969-70 and 1970-71, Rick's junior and senior years, he participated
in the Distributive Education Club of America (DECA). The 1969-70 MHS
chapter was voted chapter of the year; and the 1970-71 chapter sent over
30 students to the State Leadership conference and won recognition.
Rick's sisters are: Patricia "Pat" Ellen Latshaw, MHS; 1964, Elizabeth
"Beth" (Latshaw) Douglas, MHS; 1968, and Kathryn "Kathy/Kitty" (Latshaw)
LaPan, MHS; 1970. Rick last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County,
Arizona.
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JOHN THOMAS
LYNCH
Born: 05-16-1953
Died: 03-1977.
John resided in Ajo, Pima County, Arizona.
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JAMES "Jim"
HUBERT McREVY
Born: 12-09-1952
Died: 11-1976
Jim resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.
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ROBERT "Bob"
KEITH MERRIFIELD
Born: 07-07-1953
Died: 09-1980, in a car accident en route from New
Mexico.
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GERALD G. MICHAEL
Born: 01-23-1953
Died: 10-08-1980, at age 27, in Missoula County, Montana.
Gerald's sister is Marcia Michael, MHS; 1974. Gerald last resided in
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona 85031.
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STEPHEN "Steve" K. MILAM
Born: 09-02-1953
Died 10-15-2001
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EARL "Lee" LeROY MILLER, JR.
Born: 07-28-1953, in Kokomo, Indiana
Died: 01-19-2007, in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
Earl "Lee" LeRoy Miller, Jr., son of Doris L. Smith, of Glendale,
Arizona and Earl L. Miller, Sr., of Sebring, Florida. Lee is survived by
his Mother, Father, sister Carolyn (Miller) Lofgren, (MHS; 1966) and
husband Scott Lofgren of California and family; brother John (MHS; 1969)
and wife Judy Miller and family; sister Jacqueline (Miller) Heer and
husband David Heer and family of Arizona; sister Kimberly (Miller)
Freidrich and husband Stephen Freidrich of Australia and family; also
survived by family members in Indiana and Florida. Lee will be sorely
missed by all who knew him as he was the light of all our lives. He
enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and his camping trips with all his
friends. A remembrance ceremony for Lee (Earl), was on Wednesday
01/24/2007 at Samaritan Funeral Home, 1505 East McDowell Road, Phoenix,
Arizona 85006 for family and friends. In lieu of flowers a donation can
be made to the Earl LeRoy Miller, Jr. (Lee) memorial fund at Deserts
Schools Federal Credit Union, account #620490-04. Published in The
Arizona Republic on 01/24/2007.
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STEVEN "Steve" M. MOENKHAUS
Born: 01-20-1953
Died: 07-01-1996
Steve last resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. Interment is at
Holy Cross Cemetery, in the "St. Luke" section, on the Northwest side of
the cemetery, south of the St. Luke statue.
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LARRY J. NEWMAN
Born: 09-05-1953
Died: 04-21-1981, from leukemia.
Larry is a U.S. Vietnam Veteran.
Branch: U.S. Army
Rank: PVT
Buried at: Section 5 Site 1683
Cemetery: Ft. Sam
Houston National Cemetery
1520 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, Texas USA 78209
(210) 820-3891
Larry's sisters are Linda Newman, MHS; 1969, and Terry Newman, MHS;
1970.
Larry last resided in Kerrville, Kerr County, Texas USA.
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JOHN NOTAR
Born: 09-01-1953
Died: 06-1979
John last resided in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, California USA 91101.
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STEVEN "Steve" RAY RUPE
Born: 11-28-1953
Died: 05-1978, Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona
Steve is a U.S. Vietnam Veteran
Branch: U.S. Army
Rank: SP4
Interment: 1978
Cemetery: Resthaven Park Cemetery-Glendale, Arizona
Located at: 6290 West Northern Avenue, Glendale, Arizona 85301
Gravesite location: Section 14, Block 10, Lot 7, Space 2.
Steve's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Lewis A. Rupe. His brothers are: Greg
Rupe, MHS; 1973, David Rupe, MHS; 1976, and Randal
"Randy" D. Rupe, MHS; 1977 (deceased
11/1976). Steve's laid to rest next to his brother Randy.
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MICHAEL E. SILLIMAN
Born: 06-06-1953
Died: 12-15-1994
Michael last resided in San Francisco, San Francisco County, California
USA 94109.
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SUSAN LYNN (SORRELL) ZIEGLER
Born: 02-09-1953
Died: 01-20-2001, from cancer.
Susan's husband is Don Ziegler, MHS; 1970 (or maybe Rick Ziegler, MHS;
1971). Her brother is James Sorrell, MHS; 1965, and her sister is
Patricia Sorrell, MHS; 1969. Susan's Father is James W. Sorrell. Susan
last resided in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona USA 85308.
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DAMON VINCENT SWAIN
Born: 09-18-1953
Died: 05-1996
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PHILLIP "Phil" TERRY
Born: 11-20-1953
Died: 10-1979
Phil resided in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona.
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ANTHONY "Tony" J. WALTER
Born: 09-18-1953, in Buffalo, Erie County, New York
Died: 07-30-2007, at 53 years of age, of Glendale, Maricopa County,
Arizona
Tony was born to Jim and Joanne Walter. In 1960, Tony's family moved to
Phoenix, Arizona, where he later attended Maryvale High School (MHS).
Tony graduated from Arizona State University (ASU) with an undergraduate
degree in Biology and later returned to ASU to obtain a Master's degree
in Business Administration. Tony is survived by the love of his life,
wife Linda Walter, whom he married on 07/09/1994; parents Jim and Joanne
Walter; brothers James "Jim" (wife, Heidi) Walter, MHS; 1974 and Mark
(wife, Belinda) Walter, MHS; 1977; sisters Luanne (Jake)
Walter-Jacobsen, MHS; 1973 and Sue (Peter) Walter-Gryzbowski, MHS; 1978;
children Holly Hosac, Rachael (Elvis) Balderrama, Megan (Eric)
Ryszkowski, Rebecca Walter, Ashleigh Walter, Liz Sahadi, Joe Sahadi and
John Sahadi; as well as several loving nieces and nephews and 8
grandchildren. Tony loved his work and his good friends at Phoenix
Children's Hospital, 1919 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, Arizona; where he
served as Laboratory Director. Tony was as an inspiration to all who
knew him and will be remembered for his strength, humor, determination
and strong faith. A memorial service was held on Saturday, 08/04/2007 at
Heritage Presbyterian Church, 5830 West Greenbriar Drive, Glendale,
Arizona. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Tony's name may
be made to Phoenix Rescue
Mission, 1801 South 35th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85009. Published
in The Arizona Republic on 08/03-04/2007.
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